Quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Daniel Jones gear up for pivotal 2026 NFL seasons

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels enters his third NFL season facing a decisive test. New offensive coordinator David Blough, promoted from assistant quarterbacks coach, will run a multi‑dimensional offense that asks Daniels to expand his skill set and adapt to a new playbook after a year in which former coach Kliff Kingsbury’s system left him scrambling with limited receiver support.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones also confronts a high‑pressure 2026 campaign. The team expects him to reestablish himself as a long‑term starter, but his health history and past inconsistency have amplified scrutiny. Jones must stay on the field, demonstrate consistency, and help the Colts compete for a playoff berth while navigating competition for the starting role.